Museo Internacional de Arte Naïf de Jaén

About the museum

The Museo Internacional de Arte Naïf de Jaén, also known as “Manuel Moral”, grew out of the legacy of the naïve painter Manuel Moral Mozas, from Torredelcampo, who left part of his work and personal collection to the Diputación (provincial council). The Diputación then invited artists and collectors to donate works, and an exhibition held in 1988 spurred further donations.

Between 1988 and 1990 the museum occupied three rooms of the Palacio de Villardompardo; on 20 December 1990 it was inaugurated in a new building in the left wing of the palace. It was the first museum in Spain dedicated to this style.

The collection exceeds 600 works, some 250 by Spanish artists and some 150 by foreign artists. It is divided into a national section, with ten rooms (three of them dedicated to Manuel Moral Mozas, Miguel García “Vivancos” and Lorenzo Aparicio “El Boliche”), and an international section of three rooms.

Highlights

• First museum in Spain dedicated to naïve art
• More than 600 Spanish and international works
• Monographic rooms for Manuel Moral, “Vivancos” and “El Boliche”
• International section of three rooms
• Located in the Palacio de Villardompardo

Permanent exhibition

• Colección de arte naïf – National section of ten rooms and international section of three, with more than 600 works by Spanish and foreign naïve artists.

Founded

1990

Operated by

Diputación Provincial de Jaén

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Admission to the Cultural Centre and its museums is free; booking in advance is recommended for the Baños Árabes (Arab Baths) because of their limited capacity.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: no information
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The building is a 16th-century palace with several levels and some stairs; please check the access conditions before your visit.

Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

The museum is in Jaén, in the Palacio de Villardompardo (plaza de Santa Luisa de Marillac).

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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